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CISA orders federal agencies to secure Microsoft 365 tenants
CISA has issued this year’s first binding operational directive (BOD 25-01), ordering federal civilian agencies to secure their cloud environments by implementing a list of required secure configuration baselines (SCBs). While CISA has only finalized the SCBs for Microsoft 365, it plans to release additional baselines for other cloud platforms, starting with Google Workspace (anticipated to enter scope in Q2 of…
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CISA warns water facilities to secure HMI systems exposed online
CISA and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) warned water facilities today to secure Internet-exposed Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) from cyberattacks. HMIs are dashboards or user interfaces that help human operators connect to, monitor, and control industrial machines and devices via tablets, portable computers, or built-in displays. “In the absence of cybersecurity controls, threat actors can exploit exposed HMIs at WWS…
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Are Mobile Hotspots Secure? (Are They Safer Than Public Wi-Fi?)
Are mobile hotspots secure? Well, they can be if you take proper precautions. Otherwise, you’re exposing yourself to the same dangers as using the local free Wi-Fi. Cyber attackers can use various tools and exploits to steal payment data and logins. This article reviews the risks of using a mobile hotspot and the signs that someone might be trying to…
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Is Faxing Secure? Yes, With the Right Network Protection
When done right, faxing is a very secure means of communication. Lawyers and doctors continue to use faxing — and it’s not because they are lax about document security. Most companies still using fax do so because it meets strict compliance requirements in industries like healthcare and finance, where secure document transmission is critical. Modern cloud-based fax services enhance security…
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Wyden proposes bill to secure US telecoms after Salt Typhoon hacks
U.S. Senator Ron Wyden of Oregon announced a new bill to secure the networks of American telecommunications companies breached by Salt Typhoon Chinese state hackers earlier this year. Wyden’s “Secure American Communications Act” will order the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to issue binding cybersecurity rules and implement the security requirements demanded since 1994 by legislation that instructs telecom providers to…
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What Is a Host Based Firewall and Is it Secure Enough?
A host-based firewall is installed and run on a single device, like a laptop, cell phone, or server. These firewalls are tailored to individual devices so they can monitor and control its specific traffic — as opposed to network-based firewalls, which protect an entire network of devices. Most consumer devices come with host-based firewalls pre-installed. If you use an HP…
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7 Ways to Secure or Hide Files and Folders on Your Mac
Need to password-protect some files on your Mac? Want to stop them from being edited or deleted by mistake? Or do you just need to hide them away from prying eyes? macOS has solutions for all these things. 1 Security Through Obscurity The simplest way to hide files on your Mac is by using the principle of security through obscurity.…
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This Secure Software Could Help Business Owners Go Remote Full Time
TL;DR: Get simple, secure remote access to your desktop when you get an AnyViewer 5-Year Pro Plan for $59.99 (reg. $214). For business owners, staying connected to office systems and managing resources remotely is critical for maintaining productivity. Whether you’re overseeing operations from another location or providing remote IT support, AnyViewer offers a secure and efficient platform for remote desktop…
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How to upgrade Windows 10 PC without TPM or Secure Boot to Windows 11
To upgrade a computer without TPM 2.0 or Secure Boot to Windows 11, you’ll have to download the ISO file from Microsoft, use the Rufus tool to create a USB bootable that bypasses the requirements, and then launch the in-place upgrade. This process preserves your files and apps, but it’s recommended to create a full backup before proceeding. If you…
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If you want security, start with secure products – Computerworld
If you want security, start with security The report explains: “Organizations don’t need more security products; they need more secure products. That’s one of the key takeaways from our new global cyber security survey. The research reveals that incremental security fixes no longer work. In fact, the more security tools an organization throws at the problem, the worse it gets.” Supporting that argument,…
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